fairy
noun
(in folklore) one of a class of supernatural beings, generally conceived as having a diminutive human form and possessing magical powers with which they intervene in human affairs.
fairies
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pluralof fairy.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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But that came to an abrupt end after a seven-minute tirade by Sandilands on 20 February, in which he accused Henderson of being "off with the fairies" and not pulling her weight at work.
From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2026
She was alive to folklore that told of fairies and elves and the lingering dead.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 22, 2026
A bit further along, Perreau unveils a light green piece, created by Italian costume designer Ezio Toffolutti for one of the fairies in William Shakespeare’s "A Midsummer Night's Dream".
From Barron's ● Feb. 12, 2026
Equihua’s inspiration for the wings were once again rooted in childhood, drawing upon the feminine dark fantasy illustrations of artist Amy Brown, queen of early-2000s fairies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 14, 2025
“So if we don’t go into the woods or the barn, and don’t bother the fairies, we’ll be fine?”
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
